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For Gifted Students: Camp

• Organizations: National

  Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (Grasonville, MD)

  The mission of the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center is to promote stewardship and sustainability through environmental education and habitat restoration.

  Future Investor Clubs of America (FICA)

  Future Investor Clubs of America (FICA) is a national financial intelligence training program for kids and teens ages 8-19. Their primary goal is to provide student members with the skills to earn, save and invest their money. As a member, students have an opportunity to attend fun, exciting, informative Field Trips, Summer Camps and Young Investors Workshops. In addition to face-to-face training programs students are assisted with designing an American Dream Plan while keeping track of goals and objectives using the Young Investors Club Network online training system.

  Girls Who Code

  Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology. With locations across the U.S., girls can join both summer immersion programs and club programs.

  Invent.org

  This non-profit provides programs, places, content and other experiences related to invention. There is information on how to get a patent for an invention, resources related to patents and inventions, the National Inventors Hall of Fame and information on programs such as Camp Invention.

  Jacob's Ladder

  Jacob's Ladder is a proactive enrichment program for intellectually gifted children who face obstacles to success. The mission of Jacob's Ladder is to aid and encourage children in grades four through eight in reaching their potential so they will become leaders equipped to help others in similar economic and social environs; to foster the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of at-risk, gifted children; to provide support and information to the family unit; and to offer guidance in planning for advanced educational opportunities.

  Sally Ride Science

  Sally Ride Science Camps encourage girls’ interests in science by giving them hands-on science learning and activities in an environment that is designed to be supportive, enriching, and – most importantly – fun!

• Organizations: Regional

  Appel Farm Arts and Music Center (Elmer, NJ)

  Appel Farm's mission is to provide people of all ages, cultures, and economic backgrounds with a supportive, cooperative environment in which they can appreciate and present works in the performing and visual arts. Whether it's the concert series, summer camp, the annual arts & music festival, children's performances, community projects, classes for all ages or our unique facilities dedicated to creating and enjoying the arts, there is always something going on at Appel Farm!
  

  Seaworld and Busch Gardens - Animal Education Programs (Multiple Locations)

  Seaworld offers a variety of educational program and camps for students at their various locations across the country. Their educational programs are great for class field trips, homeschool students and K-12 students.

• Organizations: State

  College of Professional and Continuing Studies - Programs for 6th-8th Graders (Norman, OK)

  During the school year, Precollegiate Programs offers gifted and talented workshops for Oklahoma schools’ gifted and talented programs. Precollegiate Programs also offers a one-day Model United Nations workshop that prepares students for the High School Model United Nations of the Southwest conference held in April for high school students. During the summer months, Precollegiate Programs has several camps that are both fee and non-fee based. Several camps are application based, requiring an essay to be written and teacher recommendations to be obtained. Two of the Precollegiate Programs summer camps offered at this level are one or two week long overnight camps, where students get to truly experience life as a college student. Camps like Mini College and Horizons Unlimited are day camps.

  College of Professional and Continuing Studies - Programs for 9th-12th Graders (Norman, OK)

  During the school year, Precollegiate Programs offers ACT and PSAT preparation courses for students seeking help with the layout and problems of both tests. The ACT preparation courses each fall one week before the national test, which helps students to not forget the information they learned in the preparation courses. Precollegiate Programs also offers a three-day Model United Nations of the Southwest conference. This conference focuses on international politics. The conference allows students to discuss, debate, and resolve political, cultural, and humanitarian issues. During the summer months, Precollegiate Programs offers two summer academies that are free to accepted students. Each of these camps are overnight camps.

• Printed Materials: Books

  Homesick & Happy - How Time Away from Parents Can Help a Child Grow

  In an age when it's the rare child who walks to school on his own, the thought of sending your "little ones" off to sleep-away camp can be overwhelming-for you and for them. But parents' first instinct-to shelter their offspring above all else-is actually depriving kids of the major developmental milestones that occur through letting them go-and watching them come back transformed. In Homesick and Happy, renowned child psychologist Michael Thompson, PhD, shares a strong argument for, and a vital guide to, this brief loosening of ties.

• Schools & Programs: College Affiliated

  OU Mini College Day Camp (Norman, OK)

  Mini College is an all-day program designed for students entering first through sixth grade, who are interested in building their knowledge of the world around them. Students are grouped by grade levels and attend three different classes daily. Students need to bring a packed lunch with them each morning. Each afternoon after a fun-filled day of camp, the students will get to relax and have some fun at the OU pool from 3 - 5 p.m. Students will be exposed to science, mathematics, art, culture, and other fields of study to immerse the students in the broad range of subjects available at the University of Oklahoma.

• Schools & Programs: Math & Science Programs

  C THE World Academy (Fairmont, WV)

  This organization offers enrichment camps and classes for middle and high school students during school breaks as well as private classes for homeschoolers. Their mission is to enrich students in the areas of science, math and critical thinking skills. C THE World is designed to develop students' STEM-based knowledge through a system of logical, yet creative steps.

• Summer Programs: International

  Abbey Road Programs

  Abbey Road Programs offers two-, three-, and four-week programs in the United States as well as Spain, France, Italy and other European countries. Abbey Road incorporates experiential learning in all daily classes. Student can learn and improve foreign language skills while interacting with locals during real-life situations; and lessons involving art, history and culture occur on-location throughout the host community. Students will live in either modern apartments, with host families, or hotels, depending upon the program choice.

  Cambridge Immerse (UK)

  Cambridge Immerse is a two week residential educational experience for students ages 16-18 that allows participants to gain an insight into up to two chosen disciplines, ranging from the arts to the sciences. Tutorials and seminars are taught by highly regarded tutors from Cambridge University and Oxford University in an optimal learning environment that stimulates academic enquiry; yet the carefully planned schedule ensures that the program not only meets the academic needs of the participants, but also provides a unique insight into the university city through an abundance of activities.

  Secondary Student Training Program - Belin-Blank at the University of Iowa (Iowa)

  Iowa students currently in grades 10-11 may nominate themselves for the Secondary Student Training Program (SSTP), a five-week residential summer research program at The University of Iowa. Students conduct scientific research in university laboratories under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students will also produce a research project/paper as a part of the program.

  Space Camp Russia

  This camp provides a unique place where you can experience Soviet Union/Russian space development — from its dramatic past and exciting present to its compelling future. It is one of the places on Earth where visitors can see International partners’ astronauts and cosmonauts train together for their space missions. Cosmonaut Training Center will tell you the story of former USSR space history and current Russia’s manned space flight program, giving guests an out-of-this-world experience like no other.

• Summer Programs: MidAtlantic Region

  Global Youth Village (Bedford, VA)

  Global Youth Village (GYV) is an international summer training program for young people 13-18 located in Bedford, VA. GYV is a micro-model of the world community filled with the music, laughter, food, arts and aspirations of our diverse humanity. The program offers stimulating workshops in music, dialogue and conflict resolution, global issues, environmental issues and mass media. Here future leaders expand their minds, skills and horizons. With trust, cooperation and enthusiasm, they cross barriers of ethnicity and race, gender and religion. Discover how to make a difference both locally and globally.

  Penn Engineering Summer Academy in Applied Science & Technology (SAAST)

  Penn Engineering Summer Academy in Applied Science & Technology (SAAST) is a three-week program at the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania. The five rigorous, intensive SAAST courses give high school students an advance look at the learning experience they can expect in college. Courses include: Biotechnology, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, Nanotechnology, and Robotics.

  The Alexandria Archeology Summer Camp (Alexandria, VA)

  "The Alexandria Archaeology Summer Camp provides an opportunity for students, ages 12 to 15, to dig the past in historic Alexandria, Virginia. Participants work directly with City Archaeologists to excavate an historic site and discover evidence of earlier times. Choose a one- or two- week session, and use science, history and geography skills to discover more about the town's history and how archaeological methods uncover the past. Participants excavate on a real archaeological site, work with their excavated artifacts in the archaeology laboratory, and take field trips and walking tours. "
  

  The Jerome Fisher Program in Management & Technology Summer Institute (M&TSI) (Philadelphia, PA)

  This for-credit summer program is for students who want to learn about the integration of technological concepts and management principles. M&TSI is designed to introduce students to the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for successfully linking technology and management concepts in the 21st century. The program features classes taught by Penn faculty and successful entrepreneurs, field trips to companies and R&D facilities, intensive team projects, as well as other activities.

• Summer Programs: Midwestern Region

  Advanced Astronaut Training Camp (Woodstock, IL)

  Located at The Challenger Learning Center in Woodstock, IL, this camp is for highly gifted math and science students ages 9-13. Future scientists and mathematicians explore the depths of the universe as they train, prepare and execute a simulated “Rendezvous with a Comet” space mission. Participants research, interview and assume their assigned roles.

  Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp (MI)

  Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, a summer school of the arts located in Michigan’s Manistee National Forest, offers fine arts education for all ages. The summer camp annually serves 5,000 gifted elementary, junior high and high school students with diverse programs in music, art, dance, and drama. Since its inception in 1966, Blue Lake has provided cultural enrichment to more than 250,000 gifted students and countless concert-goers. Programs are designed to educate through a carefully developed and balanced curriculum as well as elective courses in art, drama, dance, or music. Organized recreation, practice time, recitals, master classes, evening activities, and regular attendance at performances complete the camp experience.

  Camp Kupugani (Leaf River, IL)

  Less than two hours west of Chicago, Camp Kupugani - in separate girls-only and boys-only sessions - provides a multicultural sleepaway camp that focuses on diversity and communication skills in a fun atmosphere, uniting children of varied backgrounds and providing them with empowerment and community-building skills, so that children aged 7 to 15 expand comfort zones and build character.

  Cub Creek Science Camp (Rolla, MO)

  Cub Creek Science Camp offers a one-of-a-kind summer experience for kids between the ages of 7-17.

  Junior Paleontologist Program (Hot Springs, SD)

  This educational simulated excavation for “Junior Paleontologists” ages 4-12 is held 7 days a week at the Mammoth Site from June through mid-August. Paleontological excavation techniques are taught, including identification of replica mammoth and giant short-faced bear fossils.

  Leapfrog - Center for Talent Development (Illinois)

  The Leapfrog Program provides innovative academics for young, academically talented students, beginning at age four and a half. Leapfrog classes are a one-week enrichment curriculum offered in a language arts track and a math/science track. These courses include substantial, engaging, hands-on activities designed to help students acquire and practice new concepts in fun and interesting ways. Students can sign up for one, two or three weeks. Children can enroll in math, science, or language arts courses, depending on their test scores.

  Morton Arboretum's Summer Science Camp (Lisle, IL)

  Students in grades K-8 can attend attend week-long science camps throughout the summer at this Chicagoland location. Camps range in many topics related to science and nature.

  The Center for Gifted (IL)

  This organization offers an innovative and unique approach to education, providing superb opportunities for young people to explore diverse subjects in a challenging, creative environment free from the pressures of tests and grades. At The Center for Gifted, programs are designed specifically to meet the unique educational needs of gifted children in an environment that is supportive and nurturing of their individual gifts and talents. Through creative teaching strategies, materials, and curricula, the Center's programs offer unique, hands-on activities and inventive modes of participation. The Center also offers the "Summer Wonders" program, which involves three two-week sessions in the summer.

  The Jayhawk Debate Institute (Lawrence, KS)

  The Jayhawk Debate Institute at the University of Kansas is a premier high school debate camp providing first class instruction at an exceptional value. The JDI offers students of all levels of debate experience the opportunity to further their development through a low student-to-staff ratio and interaction with exceptional faculty.

  Yunasa Camp (MI) and Yunasa West (CO)
  

  Geared toward the unique needs of gifted children, while offering all the enjoyment of a traditional summer sleep-away camp, Yunasa provides a combination of traditional camp activities and special workshops designed specifically to help gifted children learn more about themselves as they develop greater awareness and self-acceptance.

• Summer Programs: National

  Active Learning's Computer Enrichment Camps

  At Game Builder Creation Camps we combine learning and fun and bring it to a whole new level. At this camp your child will actually design, develop and create "one of a kind" computer games.

  Camp Invention

  Camp Invention is a nationally recognized summer day camp that integrates science, math, history, and the arts. This one-week program fosters creativity, teamwork, inventive thinking skills, and science literacy by enabling children to learn through fun hands-on experiences, subject immersion, and discovery. The enrichment program consists of five activity-oriented thematic modules designed to enhance the students' learning and understanding.

  Destination Science Camp (CA & FL)

  Destination Science Camp is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increase science literacy among children by providing exciting, cutting-edge, hands-on science projects in a kid-friendly, summer day camp environment. Camps are located throughout California and Florida and meet weekly.

  National Computer Camps

  Computers affect our lives daily, changing the way we work, play and even think. Now the Internet is central to everything we do. After a computer camp experience, those "How I Spent My Summer Vacation" essays will never be the same. With ample computer time and an emphasis on hands-on experience, campers come to understand the computers' potential and limitations. The impact of computers on our society requires that a computer camp provide general knowledge about computers, computing, and social implications of computers.

  PG Retreat (PGR)

  A community of families with profoundly gifted children and teens, PG Retreat (PGR) helps to form connections and friendships, and to share resources and experience. PGR organizes the annual Retreat, informal local gatherings around the country, listservs, and web forums to support its members.

  Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) (Multiple Locations)

  The Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) offers three-week academic summer camps for gifted and talented students ages 5 to 17. The program combines academics with social, cultural, and recreational opportunities for a truly engaging summer. Choose from 22 campuses including Yale, Princeton and the University of Miami. Residential, commuter, day, and online programs are available.

  The Summer Lady

  The Summer Lady has summer sleepaway camps and programs that are designed for children of all ages, with a wide range of interests and needs. Summer camps for kids not only teach children to become confident and capable individuals, but they also provide many wonderful, unforgettable memories. The Summer Lady is helps parents find the perfect program that best suits each child’s interests.
  

  University of Pennsylvania, Leadership in the Business World: A Wharton Program (LBW) (Philadelphia, PA)

  Leadership in the Business World (LBW) is a four-week summer program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (and at Wharton | San Francisco) designed to introduce talented rising high school seniors to the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to lead in the 21st century. The program features a fast-paced mix of interactive classes, guest speakers, company visits and activities.

  USA Chess National Summer Chess Camp

  USA Chess provides chess activities for children in more than 100 US cities. Activities include a national summer chess camp tour, scholastic tournaments, school chess programs and private/group lessons.

• Summer Programs: Northeastern Region

  Acera Summer STEAM Camp (Winchester, MA)

  Launched in 2015, the Acera summer program extends rich STEAM learning experiences available at the school to the summer months. Open to both Acera and non-Acera students in elementary and middle school, this program offers unique opportunities for STEAM exploration and growth, and engages students in hands-on, contextual learning across disciplines.

  Buck's Rock Performing & Creative Arts Camp (New Milford, CT)
  

  Created in 1942, Buck's Rock Performing and Creative Arts Camp is a summer camp offering a range of classes for students ages 11 through 17. The camp is located on 125 acres of deeply wooded forests 85 miles from New York City. Activities range from writing a play, playing badminton, glassblowing, horseback riding, spelunking, sculpture, clown/improv, costume, lighting and sound design, set design, circus arts, radio, dance, culinary arts, etc.
  

  Camp Gottalikachallenge

  NHICC is offering six, one-week day camps where campers will experiment with various materials and media, create wacky constructions, play strange games, and build better brains through fun activities. A five-day overnight camp is available at the Grantham location for children entering 5th-9th grades. There is a new option available for Mom, Dad, and siblings to come and vacation nearby while the child attends the overnite camp.

  Chautauqua Institution (Chautauqua, NY)

  The Chautauqua Institution has been described as "an American Utopia". It has a 9 week long summer program of arts, lectures, religious programming, sports, opera, theater, etc. There is a developmental preschool and activities for older children. Classes are offered in a variety of subjects. It is a safe, wholesome, and physically beautiful environment; one walks or bikes everywhere.

  Connecting with Courage

  The Connecting with Courage expedition is a summer program where girls get physically stronger by sailing, backpacking, or sea kayaking and build mental muscles by exercising their imaginations! Girls are given the opportunity to take on leadership roles and make independent decisions. Connecting with Courage encourages girls to speak their minds, share ideas, express emotions, be creative and challenge themselves through sensible physical risks. At the end of the course, girls leave with wonderful new friendships, enhanced confidence, a greater ability to express themselves and a clearer sense of their strengths.
  

  Emagination Computer Camps (Various Locations)

  Emagination's summer camps offer technology learning plus summer camp fun. Courses include 3D Animation, iApps, Game Design, Robotics, Programming and more. Recreation includes swimming and outdoor field games. Campers advance their technology skills, make friends, learn independence and develop self-confidence.

  Julian Krinsky Business School at Villanova University (PA)

  The Julian Krinsky Business School offers 50 hours of a collegiate-level business course. From management to marketing and strategy to stocks, this summer program provides a complete perspective on business. Whether you are interested in startups, family businesses or Wall Street, the program is designed to meet you where you are with your current knowledge.

  Julian Krinsky Coding Academy at Villanova University (PA)

  The Julian Krinsky Coding Academy is an intensive two-week program developed for high school students aspiring to develop pre-existing programming skills. Participants in the academy will learn some of the most valuable skills in the industry. During the first week of the program, students will learn the fundamental concepts involved in application development. Next, they learn to write the JavaScript code necessary to make applications interactive. Upon learning the basics of computational thinking and the anatomy of a web-based application, students will have the skills needed to create their own application.

  Kabeyun (Alton Bay, NH)

  This summer camp for boys offers activities such as rock climbing, rafting and sailing. The camp emphasizes growth of a boy's self-awareness and confidence in the context of community living.

  Kieve Summer Camp for Boys

  First established in 1926, the Boys Camp remains the flagship program at Kieve. During its two 3-week sessions a total of approximately 190 boys experience a wide variety of exciting and enjoyable in-camp activities and increasingly challenging wilderness tripping adventures. Kieve believes that a boy meeting and living with boys from different parts of the world nurtures his social maturity, so we attempt to balance our enrollment by accepting campers from various cities and countries. Knowing that today’s boys encounter competition in many forms during the academic year, at Kieve they can profit from experiences that emphasize cooperation and personal growth each summer.

  Kieve's Science and Wilderness for Girls & Women

  The Kieve Science and Wilderness Programs encourage girls and women to pursue their goals despite traditional stereotypes, take healthy risks, problem solve, and try new things. Our Wilderness Programs include Junior, Senior and Advanced expeditions, as well as a Mother/Daughter and Women's Adventures. Our purpose is to dispel some of the old stereotypes, to boost the opportunities for girls in science, and to help young women begin to recognize their potential. We give girls the opportunity to do what boys had been doing at Kieve for so many years and to honor their place in society as confident, capable contributors in a variety of fields, including science.

  Mansfield University of PA Summer Program for Gifted and Talented Students (Mansfield, PA)

  Mansfield University offers a one week summer program for 4-10 grade, gifted students. The program gives students an opportunity to participate in fun, educational activities that promote the learning of life skills.

  Stagedoor Manor (Loch Sheldrake, NY)

  Stagedoor Manor is a theater summer camp for ages 8 through 18 in New York. Learn from directors, choreographers and vocal coaches in all class levels - beginner through advanced. Application available online.

  Talcott Mountain Science Center - Summer Program (Avon, CT)

  In addition to a school and saturday programs for "intellectually excited" students, the Talcott Mountain Science Center also offers a summer day camp. The summer program theme varies each year.

  Usdan Summer Camps (Long Island, NY)

  Usdan is a summer school of the arts which provides activities for the beginning to the advanced. Courses are 7 weeks or 4 weeks. Applicants qualify on basis of interest as well as a degree of skill or advancement. There are 3 divisions, based upon current grade in school. Children are placed according to age and/or advancement. Children choose a major and take two classes in their major and one class in a minor. There are six program to choose from: Music, Dance, Theater, Arts, Chess, and Writing.

• Summer Programs: Southern Region

  Adventure Treks - Outdoor Adventures for Teenagers (Flat Rock, NC)

  Adventure Treks is about making memories, making friendships, and making more confident young men and women through amazing outdoor adventures. These adventures include a wide variety of exciting wilderness activities such as rock climbing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking and backpacking in some of the most beautiful scenery in North America.

  Beowulf Boot Camp - Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge, LA)

  Beowulf Boot Camp for Louisiana high school students in held at Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. During Beowulf Boot Camp, students will work with a number of LSU professors as learning how to build and use supercomputers. This camp is introductory so students do not need a strong computational science background to participate. Some knowledge of programming a plus.

  Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies (BCWS) (Capon Bridge, WV)

  The purpose of the camp is to nurture in children and teens a respect and sensitivity to the natural world through greater knowledge of self and nature. The campers develop this through direct interactions with nature and the staff, learning scientific information, and through gaining experiences as part of a community.
  

  Duke University Youth Programs (Durham, NC)

  Duke Youth Programs is a part of Duke University Continuing Studies and has provided summer academic enrichment for more than 30 years. Each summer approximately 650 youth from around the nation, representing some 22 states and 5 different countries, attend one of our summer programs. All programs seek to engage learners in innovative, interactive, transformative learning experiences. Co-curricular social and recreational activities complement the instructional day. The camp "learning community" approaches learning as a shared responsibility among students, instructors and counselors.

  Energetic Einsteins (Clearwater, FL)

  Energetic Einsteins offers a number of opportunities for gifted students and their families including summer camps, near-peer intern opportunities, and game days. Programs utilize current scientific content and are directed by doctoral level faculty committed to improving scientific literacy by facilitating the translation of knowledge from the research community.

  Green River Preserve (Cedar Mountain, NC)

  Located on a 3,400 acre private wildlife preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina near Asheville, this is a summer camp where a community of bright, creative children and talented staff connect with the joy and wonder of nature. By participating in non-competitive yet challenging activities, campers find they are free to be “their best me.” Built on a foundation of respect, Green River Preserve is designed to nurture the heart, develops the mind, strengthens character and heightens the appreciation for the natural world.

  Sea Camp (Galveston, TX)

  "Sea Camp is a week-long adventure exploring the wonders of the marine and estuarine environments. As a Sea Camper, you will have access to research vessels, oceanographic equipment,laboratory facilities and a professional staff enabling you to learn about the ocean through first-hand on-the-water experiences."

  Seacamp (Big Pine Key, FL)

  Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located in the Florida Keys. Founded in 1966, Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age.

• Summer Programs: Southwestern Region

  Astronomy Camp

  Astronomy Camp is a unique involvement in science and engineering offered through the Travel program of The University of Arizona's Alumni Association. These camps emphasize hands-on learning experiences. Astronomy Camp also offers a Camp for educators who wish to acquire firsthand knowledge in the fascinating field of astronomy. In addition, schools are invited to inquire about arranging special Camp experiences throughout the year.

• Summer Programs: Western Region

  Astrocamp (Idyllwild, CA)

  Located in the San Jacinto Mountains, AstroCamp is a mountain adventure, physical science and traditional camp program located in Idyllwild, California. Boys and girls ages 8 to 17 have fun while participating in a variety of activities like space exploration, rock climbing, mountain biking, rocketry, astronomy, craftsmanship and summer camp fun.

  Bay Area Writing Project - Young Writers Camps and Teen Writing Camps (Berkeley, CA)

  The Bay Area Writing Project sponsors both the annual Young Writers Camps and Teen Writing Camps. Young Wirters Camps offer students entering grades three through nine a unique opportunity to develop their creative abilities and writing talents. The Teen Writing Camps are for incoming ninth through 12th graders. Enrichment opportunities for students who enjoy writing, literature and poetry, both camps are offered on the University of California Berkeley campus.

  Cazadero Performing Arts Camp (Cazadero, CA)

  The Cazadero Performing Arts Camp, located in Sonoma County, offers youth music sessions and family camp. Since 1957, this camp has been providing musical education and performances to youngsters from the Bay Area and beyond. The camp is in an old growth redwood grove approximately two hours from the Bay Area.

  Center for Bright Kids (CBK) - Summer Programs (Denver, CO)

  The Center for Bright Kids (CBK) offers numerous summer programs for high-interest, high-ability students. Rooted in the talent development model, CBK summer programs offer students the opportunity to study with bright, motivated peers, enhance their preparation for advanced coursework, and establish long-lasting friendships with students from across the country and around the world. Gifted students entering grades 4-11 are offered a varied selection of enrichment and/or acceleration courses on campus.

  Guided Discoveries (Claremont, CA)

  Guided Discoveries has developed and operates a variety of outdoor education programs and summer camps. The organization strives to make a difference in the lives of children through unique opportunities of discovery. Founded in 1978, Guided Discoveries has grown into an organization that serves over 45,000 children annually.

  Stanford Jazz Immersion Programs (CA)

  Founded in 1972, Stanford Jazz Workshop (SJW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to jazz education and appreciation. For nearly four decades, SJW has been bringing the best jazz performers and educators together with students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, in two summer programs: the Stanford Jazz Festival and the Stanford Jazz Camp and Jazz Residency.

• Websites & Other Media: Commercial

  Camp Emerson (Hinsdale, MA)

  This program offers students, ages 8-15, a traditional summer camp experience combined with intellectual stimulation. There is one two-week program and two month-long programs offered throughout the summer. Tuition ranges from $2,650 to $4,900.

  Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) International Youth Camp

  Since 1985, Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) has been dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. This is a great site for summer camps abroad. CCI camps provide high quality supervision and many activities including a variety of sports, language classes, and social events. CCI Youth Camps are perfect for the young traveler or students wanting a more sports oriented program. Programs are available for students between the ages of 10 – 17 with beginning to advanced language abilities. Generally, several 2, 3 and 4 week sessions are available during the summer. Destinations for language camps include: Spain, Switzerland, and Italy.

  The Challenge Day Camp - (NY)

  Supported by the Gifted and Talented Development Center, Inc., this camp is designed to offer enrichment opportunities for children. Morning classes are designed to stimulate the imagination with such classes as “And Justice for All”, “Robots Alive” and “Oklahoma!” The afternoon is an extension of the morning. It is full of more academic courses, athletic activities, such as, swimming and Tae Kwon Do, sports clinics and clubs. Students have the opportunity to choose to participate in the morning session, afternoon session or the full day of sessions.

• Websites & Other Media: Informational

  ACA's Find A Camp

  This website provides information on camps in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Search for a camp by category, state, age, price, specialty, and more. CampSearch.com is the search engine for camps!

  Mobius Spokane

  Mobius Spokane is an educational center with a mission of stimulating minds, inspiring careers and instilling wonder across the Inland Northwest with entertaining and experiential science programs and exhibits. It offers programs such as daily demonstrations and exhibits, a teen docent program, speaker series, camps, classes, workshops, competitions, and conferences. It also has a club for gifted students, as well as summer and holiday camps.

  SummerCamps.com

  This website is the premier online summer camp directory. Start your summer camp search by selecting a camp type or category. Find the right camp for this summer at SummerCamps.com!

  U.S. Space & Rocket Center - Space Camp (Huntsville, AL)

  This is a five-day camp designed to show young people what it is like to be an astronaut. Training includes simulated space shuttle missions, rocket building and launches, and training simulators. It also offers Brightest Stars program for GT.

• Websites & Other Media: Learning Tools

  Lake County Forest Preserve Summer Camps (IL)

  The Lake County Forest Preserve hosts a number of summer camps for students ages 4 to 14. Most of the camps are held completely outdoors and focus on topics such as: wildlife, plants, farming, art, ice age, Native Americans, invertebrates, history, theatre, fishing, tracking, survival basics, sky watching and more.